Clemson University's Value

What is the Value of an Education from Clemson?

Will you be over or underpaying for your education? Find the value of an education from Clemson University below.

Within South Carolina, Clemson University is Considered a Very High Quality College at a Great Price.

Clemson University's overall average net price combined with a very high quality education, results in a great value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in South Carolina. This lands Clemson University in the #2 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in South Carolina.

Nationally, Good Price for a Great College.

Clemson University provides a high quality education at a lower than average cost than other schools of similar quality. This results in a good value for the educational dollar, and earns Clemson a #549 ranking on the Overall Best Colleges for the Money list.

The following graphic shows how the cost of obtaining a degree at Clemson University compares to other similar quality colleges nationwide.

Underpriced	Best	$112,866 - Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
	Good	$168,646 - University of Maryland - College Park $170,697 - Clemson University $173,009 - Elon University
Average	Fair	$183,473 - Saint Louis University $183,462 - Hobart and William Smith Colleges $191,604 - Syracuse University $203,126 - George Washington University
	Low	$211,014 - Gonzaga University $215,261 - Barnard College
Overpriced	Poor

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Bottom Line: You'll Spend About $170,697 for That Piece of Paper

On average, a bachelor's degree at Clemson University will cost you about $170,697. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $39,581 per year and an average of 4.3 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$39,581
Average Years to Graduate	4.3
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$170,697

Many Factors Affect Net Price.

How does the location of this school affect cost? You can save money by going to a school in-state, living at home or living off-campus with a roommate. Please see the net price page for additional factors, such as your family's income, that can influence the price you will pay for college.

What are Residency Discounts?

You can take a look at our tuition and fees page to find out more.

Does this School Make Financial Sense to You?

The overall price of a college may vary greatly depending on your individual circumstances, thus affecting its value. Most students will not pay the full sticker price and few students fit perfectly into 'averages'. To get a sense of how value for your educational dollar might vary based on individual circumstances, look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at Clemson University. Now compare this value metric for each college you are interested in.

Nationwide Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$199,179	1,059	A-
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$170,697	1,346	B-
Only Students Receiving Aid	$160,162	1,434	C

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$127,541	15	A+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$99,059	20	A+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$88,525	20	A+

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of South Carolina.

What is Value?

We calculate value by calculating average total cost (net price multiplied by time to graduation) and then compare that number to other schools of similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full methodology article for more.

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Clemson University's Value

What is the Value of an Education from Clemson?

Within South Carolina, Clemson University is Considered a Very High Quality College at a Great Price.

Nationally, Good Price for a Great College.

Bottom Line: You'll Spend About $170,697 for That Piece of Paper

Does this School Make Financial Sense to You?

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